Congratulations to the Hannaford family on their new arrival! "Jordan" was born a week ago Friday out of LeeAnn's mare "Sister". Bridgecreek Stables is a boarding facility on Bells Road, just a few kilometres from the main lights in Lambeth. It houses one of my training horses at the moment. Two horses from Bridgecreek Stables had been in training with me since the beginning of the year.
As promised, a few students have already been out to see the colt. Since he is so young, so timid and still so vulnerable we can't arrange a big group outing to see him. Visits will be spread out and in small groups of people. So far, Sister has been a very sweet mother to share her baby and it is important for students to learn about the dynamics between mares and foals, and how not to be too intrusive. If you are interested in seeing the colt, please remind me so we can try to set up a time that would be suitable.
Here he is getting that itchy spot
And here's Presley, waiting quietly and staying very still. Jordan stuck close to Mom for a while.
Gradually, he got braver and started to peek out from behind her.
Then he'd run and jump and scoot back behind her to his safe spot!
Eventually, he decided Presley was worth investigating and came over for a good sniff and look at the camera.
Presley also had the pleasure of holding one of the newborn kittens. It's eyes weren't even open yet!
Thanks again to Bridgecreek Stables for allowing us to come out and share this special time!
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